Borage Seeds – 100 Heirloom Borago officinalis for Pollinator Gardens & Edible Flowers

Borage (Borago officinalis) is a beloved heirloom herb known for its star-shaped, vibrant blue flowers and its ability to attract bees and other pollinators. This fast-growing annual adds a charming, cottage-garden feel to beds, borders, and herb gardens. Both the flowers and young leaves are edible, making borage a useful and ornamental addition to the landscape.

Easy to grow from seed, borage thrives in full sun to partial shade and tolerates a range of soil types. Its abundant nectar and pollen make it a favorite among beekeepers and gardeners looking to support pollinator populations. The plant self-seeds readily, ensuring its return year after year in suitable climates.

Plant Features

• Heirloom herb with vivid blue, star-shaped flowers
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects
• Edible flowers and young leaves with a mild cucumber-like flavor
• Fast-growing annual that self-seeds readily
• Tolerates poor soil and dry conditions once established

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Borago officinalis
• Plant Type: Annual herb
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, average to poor soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 2-11 (grown as annual)
• Bloom Season: Late spring to early fall
• Mature Height: 18-36 inches
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow borage seeds directly outdoors after the last frost date, as it resents transplanting. Plant seeds about 1/4 inch deep and keep the soil evenly moist until germination, which typically occurs in 7-14 days. Thin seedlings to stand 12-18 inches apart. Borage performs best in full sun but appreciates some afternoon shade in hot climates.

Once established, borage requires little care. Water during prolonged dry spells, but avoid overwatering. Harvest flowers and leaves regularly to encourage continued blooming. Borage readily self-seeds; deadhead if you wish to control its spread, or allow some flowers to mature for future generations.

What's Included

100 Borage (Borago officinalis) seeds.